[Research] Thoughts on upcycled forestry waste as a "natural retinol" alternative?
I just saw a launch for a new "Skin Booster Serum" that claims to be the first to use RedOil by ÄIO.
It’s essentially a lipid created through the fermentation of organic wood/forest industry side streams. The claims are pretty bold: strong cell-renewal properties (like a gentle retinol) but mixed with the barrier-repair benefits of a rich oil.
Obviously, the sustainability angle of turning wood waste into clean skincare is amazing, but how does it actually perform on the skin? Does anyone have experience with fermented oils or biotech ingredients like this? Is it worth the hype?